CUMBRIA Wildlife Trust has announced the closure of its nature reserve car parks. The Trust's CEO, Stephen Trotter, posted on social media that 'Sadly, due to disregard of #SocialDistancing guidelines over the weekend, Cumbria Wildlife Trust has
A THREE-WEEK nationwide lockdown has been announced by the government, in the latest measure to fight the Coronavirus epidemic. In an address to the nation this evening, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the emergency measures to the public
Boris Johnson has placed the UK on lockdown to tackle the coronavirus, threatening police fines for anyone who ignores new measures including a ban on public gatherings of more than two people. The Prime Minister detailed a short list of reasons
BAE Systems is undertaking the huge task of releasing non-essential workers from its submarine facility in Barrow in response to the Government’s social distancing guidelines. The move – which affects around 9,500 employees and contractors – will
A CYCLIST in his 20s died after losing control of his bike and falling off while descending a mountain pass in the Lake District on Saturday. The 27-year-old, who was riding with a friend at Honister Pass on a dry and sunny day, suffered severe
THE village shop in Levens near Kendal made the decision to only allow a certain number of people in the shop at one time. The maximum was set at four customers in order to meet the requirements of proper social distancing to help prevent the spread
APPLEBY Horse Fair will not take place this year, the decision is in line with government advice about avoiding large gatherings due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The message comes from Billy Welch, who is the Gypsy and Traveller representative on the
A hospitality consultant has made a plea to the Government for urgent help for the self-employed after her business was "wiped out" due to the coronavirus crisis. Alison Magee-Barker, who operates as a sole trader running AJ Lakes Consultancy, said
The Lexicon Of Love by ABC, released 1982 on Neutron Record label. Value £50 MANY readers have asked, “are cassette tapes making a comeback and are they collectable?” The world of portable technology has moved far beyond cassettes with the rise
THE SEARCH is on for the most inspirational woman from across the North. Woman of the Year enters its 38th year celebrating the achievements of exceptional women. Zalena Vandrewala, chair of Woman of the Year said: “We are excited for this year
Cumbria’s economy would have imploded within three months had the Government not stepped in to pay salaries, a survey from the county’s chamber of commerce has revealed. Fifty-one per cent of respondents said their businesses would cease trading
THORNTONS have taken the decision to close all stored and cafes in the UK from 6pm. Colleagues up and down the country will continually monitor the decision, working closely with government advice. Sarah Ingram, retail director, said: "This is
THE Lake District National Park has issued strong advice for tourists to avoid the area during the Coronavirus pandemic. The body has also taken a number of measures, it says, to restrict access to the Lakes in order to protect the surrounding
SOCIETY Trustees have made the difficulty decision to cancel this year's Penrith Show. The show was due to take place on Saturday, July 18. It was felt that the financial risk in seeking alternative options with so much uncertainty forced total
Train passengers with unwanted tickets will be able to claim fee-free refunds, the Department for Transport (DfT) has announced. The measure will help people with season tickets or Advance tickets who are no longer travelling. The growth in home
The Entertainer has announced plans to close 172 stores across the county in a bid to put the welfare of its employees and customers ahead of profits during the Covid-19 pandemic. All stores will close at 5pm until further notice, with customers
SOUTH Lakes MP Tim Farron has made an emotional plea to tourists not to visit the Lake District to protect people from the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). It comes after reports from the police of numerous large gatherings in Lake District tourist
The man who died on top of of Dixon's Chimney in Carlisle had made previous attempts to take his own life, an inquest has heard. The inquest of Robert Philip Longcake, who was known as Phil to his family and friends, will conclude today in Carlisle
DURING these uncertain times, businesses are being forced to find new ways to continue surviving. This has been no different for business owners in the Lakes and South Cumbria. Restaurants, cafes and even some bars across South Lakeland and
DUE to the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent school closures, the Big Pedal 2020 has been cancelled. The event was due to take place between April 27 and May 5. A spokesman for Cumbria County Council said: "We want to make sure everyone is kept
LOVED ones of a South Lakeland coronavirus patient who died last week have paid tribute to a man who “lived life to the max”. The man, who family have asked us not to name, was in his early 70s and lived in Field Broughton, near Cartmel. He died
A POPULAR local zoo and conservation charity could be struggling to survive during the coronavirus crisis. Milnthorpe’s Wildlife Oasis have been battling to stay open by putting stringent health and safety procedures in place, but following increased
Historian Arthur Nicholls continues his look at famous visitors to Kendal in years gone by: IN 1906, Princess Christian (Helena) attended the Mary Wakefield Music Festival on its 25th anniversary and gave out the prizes. The Prince of Wales
REPORT of the Ingleton Rural Community Association Meeting held on 16 March 2020. Swimming Pool Management announced the following a recent meeting it had been decided that entrance prices would increase this year. The Gala plans are still going
MAJOR supermarkets have urgently recalled products over safety fears All of the affected items have been removed from shelves and shoppers are being urged not to consume them - instead return them to the store in which they were bought for a full
Tourists are being urged to stay away by life-saving teams. The Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association has asked holidaymakers to stay at home as people continue to flock to the Lake District. The team are "deeply concerned" about
RESCUERS were called out after a 20-year-old dislocated her knee while hiking in the Lake District. The woman from Worcestershire slipped while descending from Grisedale Tarn, to the south-east of Thirlmere, with her partner on Friday. She
COFFEE chain Costa has announced all of its UK stores will close until further notice. The company said all shops will close their doors at the usual time on Monday - and will reopen in line with government guidelines later in the year. Hospital
Holiday parks in Cumbria run by operator Parkdean Resorts have closed until May 1 in response to the coronavirus. Parkdean, which runs Fallbarrow, Limefitt and White Cross Bay at Windermere, and Gatebeck, near Kendal, has closed all its parks across
A PRIMARY school headteacher has passed away after being admitted to intensive care with coronavirus symptoms. Mrs Wendy Jacobs, the headteacher of Roose Community Primary School was being cared for at Furness General Hospital. In a statement
RAIL franchise agreements are to be suspended to avoid train companies collapsing due to the coronavirus, the Department for Transport has announced. Operators will be paid a small management fee to run services, with all revenue and cost risk
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POLICE have been on the lookout for any ‘irresponsible’ pubs and eateries which have remained open despite the Government ordering them to close on Friday. On Saturday night eagle-eyed members of the public informed the police that a pub in Barrow
SEDBERGH School teenager India Haydon-Wood will run her first triathlon to raise funds for Claire House. The 16-year-old from Neston in Cheshire will take part in the Boundary Park Triathlon in Allostock, Cheshire on September 13 to raise funds
A PLAN for an Islamic prayer centre and community hall has been given the go-ahead by councillors. Members of Barrow’s Council’s planning committee approved proposals for the new community hall in Dalton. The application was approved despite
THE Queen has given her official approval at a Privy Council meeting at Buckingham Palace for the new High Sheriff of Cumbria to take up office. Julie Barton, a co-founder of Forge Europa in Ulverston, was on a list among 51 High Sheriffs who had
HEVERSHAM Council Annual Parish Meeting which was to be held on Thursday 19 March in the Athenaeum has been cancelled. If anyone has any issues concerning the Parish, please contact one of the Councillors. HEVERSHAM Bowling Club coffee morning
CHILDREN at the primary school had tremendous fun celebrating World Book Day with their super special comic theme, with some wonderful costumes! School would also like to say a BIG thank you to the lovely PTA who added an extra sparkle to the week
ACTION is being taken against dangerous drivers using the roads outside homes in Broughton-in-Furness. A SID (Speed Indicator Device) was installed on Church Street to remind motorists to obey the 30 mph speed limit. The device will display the
THE first matron of St Mary’s Hospice has died. The Ulverston-based hospice, which supports people with terminal illnesses, said Joan Pollit had died earlier this month. The hospice said she wanted the patients to live for the moment, encouraging
THIS photograph of two farmers herding their very large flock of sheep down (or up!) the A592 was taken by Joseph Hardman. If you think you know where exactly this photograph was taken, please get in touch at sterrett@lakelandarts.org.uk or the
DUE to the ongoing situation with Coronavirus a number of events have been postponed or cancelled. THE Town Band concert in the Peoples' Hall due to take place on 20 March has been cancelled. Tickets will be refunded in full. SEDBERGH Spring
9:52pm Cumbria Wildlife Trust has also announced that it will restrict access to its sites until further notice. Full
